10/05/2004 04:40:44 PM|||Nathan Moore|||

Let's say a jurisdiction decides to require identification for those trying to vote - and let's say that the requirement is only required for first-time voters. Anyone out there think that this is a problem?

Apparently, The Tennessean does. Our local attempt at Pravda employs this headline

ID requirement could slow balloting

So, according to a set of rather twisted, inexplicable logic, voting should be governed not by accuracy, but by expediency. The burden?

Here are some of the forms of identification that will work at the polls: valid photo identification, recent utility bill, bank statement, government check, pay stub or other government document that shows name and address.

If you can buy water, you can vote! But wait!

The ACLU's response

It raises concerns whenever individuals are being disenfranchised for no reason,'' Weinberg said. ''We need to ensure we don't have fraudulent voting. That's a legitimate concern. But we also need to make sure the government is not creating obstacles.

Yea, obstacles like bills from Metro Water or like having a job.

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